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The UV-LED Inkjet Curing Revolution Gains MomentumThe use of UV-LED systems for the curing of UV inkjet inks continues to expand as equipment manufacturers bring this technology to a wide range of new equipment. Is inkjet ready for prime time, and what are the challenges faced in the adoption of the technology?

UV-LED Technology Update - stretching the limitsUV digital printing is the fastest growing segment in the wide-format printing industry and has taken a central place in the graphics business. And UV LED (light emitting diode) technology is poised to take on UV arc lamps as the next generation of UV light applications.

Beyond Rigids: Advice for the New World of UV-Curable Printing The increasing flexibility afforded by UV-curable printing combined with its environmental advantages have led to the creation of sign applications, which have traditionally only been realistic solutions for water-based and solvent/eco solvent devices.

Is White Ink Capability Really Such a Big Deal?Why is white ink capability so important? Are there meaningful applications? Let's consider some of the technical characteristics of piezoelectric inkjet white ink capability and the possibilities of its use.

A Primer on UV-Curable Inkjet InksSince 2006, there has been a incredible rush toward the use of UV-curable inks in most of the printing markets. This increase has been driven by new developments in ink technology and demand from printer manufacturers and end users.

Snapshot of the Sign Industry 3rd Quarter 2008For SignIndustry.com’s annual ‘pulse taking’ of the state of the sign industry, we peeked and probed into various facets of the industry to get an idea of the state of our trade before going into 2009.

The State of UV Inkjet Inks…the momentum is buildingThe advantage of 'curing' is simple: It allows ink to adhere to a broader range of substrates as compared to other digital printing technologies. On the other hand, there is a bit of a misconception that UV cured ink will stick to just about everything. Get a balanced view of UV curable pros and cons.

About White Ink In Black and WhiteCould white ink allow you to expand into new markets? Imagine the possibilities of expanding your services to include printing on leather, cardboard, wood, stone or some other non-traditional material.

Critical Questions to Consider When Looking at a Flatbed PurchaseThe purpose of this article is to provide the imaging professional with a list of critical questions to ask when shopping for a flatbed inkjet printer. By understanding these questions, then seeking answers to them, those printers looking to install flatbed inkjet units in their facilities will be able to make better purchasing decisions.